Prosecutor Criminal Prosecution Division, Columbia; RICHLAND

Overview

Assigned as a Special Assistant Attorney General, the individual prosecutes criminal cases containing a SCDC nexus before the SC state grand jury as well as in all judicial circuits throughout the state upon approval by the South Carolina Attorney General's Office. Authority to prosecute is pursuant to a memorandum of understanding between SCDC and the AG's office. The role manages a personal caseload of cases for prosecution and provides legal advice on criminal matters to the Director, Senior Executive Staff and other agency personnel in matters of state and federal law.

• Prosecute criminal cases containing a SCDC nexus before the South Carolina state grand jury and in all judicial circuits throughout the state, upon approval by the South Carolina Attorney General's Office.
• Act under authority pursuant to a memorandum of understanding between SCDC and the AG's office.
• Manage a personal caseload of prosecutable cases.
• Assist special agents on cases by providing advice on search warrants, evidence, and related legal issues.
• Assist in determining documentation to be released to FOIA requests, subpoenas, Rule 5, and related processes.
• Produce documents and information to defendants or their lawyers upon request and as required by law on cases actively prosecuted by the Criminal Prosecution Division.
• Be available to respond after hours in person or by phone to serious crime scenes and emergencies to provide legal advice.
• Research legal issues, prepare briefs, and argue orally when required.
• Keep the Division Director and appropriate department staff informed of recent changes in state and federal law.
• Serve as liaison between the solicitor’s offices around the state, the AG's office, and attorneys representing individuals in criminal cases.
• Respond to correspondence from attorneys, court officials, and state agencies regarding SCDC criminal cases.
• Provide legal advice on criminal matters to the Director, Senior Executive Staff and other agency personnel in matters of state and federal law.
• Provide agency personnel with education and guidance in areas related to criminal issues during in-service training and other forums as directed.
• Assist in drafting legislation and regulations.
• When required, present information to members of the General Assembly, state or federal agencies, or constituency representatives.
• Resume preferred, but not required.

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A juris doctor degree or its equivalent from an accredited law school and experience as a practicing attorney.

• J.D. or equivalent and at least two (2) years of experience as a practicing attorney.
• Must be a member and in good standing with the South Carolina bar.
• Must have satisfied the 403 Requirements.

Prosecutorial experience preferred.

The South Carolina Department of Corrections is committed to providing equal opportunities to all applicants and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age (40 or older), disability or genetic information.

Supplemental questions are considered part of your official application. Any misrepresentation will result in your disqualification from employment. Please complete the state application to include all current and previous work history and education.